Stripe-headed Rhabdornis
A species of Philippine creepers Scientific name : Rhabdornis mystacalis Genus : Philippine creepers
Stripe-headed Rhabdornis, A species of Philippine creepers
Botanical name: Rhabdornis mystacalis
Genus: Philippine creepers
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Description
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen
Description
The stripe-headed rhabdornis or stripe-headed creeper (Rhabdornis mystacalis), also known as the stripe-sided rhabdornis, is a species of bird currently placed in the starling family, Sturnidae. It is endemic to the Philippines.
Size
18 cm
Feeding Habits
Stripe-headed Rhabdornis consumes insects like caterpillars, fruits, and seeds. They forage in large flocks, often joining mixed-species groups, gleaning food from bark and leaves. Unique adaptation involves sallying to pluck food while hovering.
Habitat
The stripe-headed Rhabdornis typically inhabits a range of forested environments, including pristine, dense forests as well as the slightly more open areas such as forest edges and clearings. The species is adapted to thrive in lowland regions and demonstrates considerable versatility in its habitat preferences within broader tropical and subtropical zones.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Starlings Genus
Philippine creepers Species
Stripe-headed Rhabdornis